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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Mediator : They facilitate communication and resolve conflicts between individuals or within families to promote healthy relationships. This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

Addressing maternal mental health through screening and treatment not only helps the patient but avoids perpetuating a downward spiral for the family and community. Treatment should be tailored to the individual and consider symptoms, medical history, comorbidities, pregnancy status, breastfeeding status, and potential side effects.

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Am I Depressed? Depression Symptoms, Causes, Therapy

Stop Abuse Campaign

Individuals who experience or witness adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as domestic violence , parental separation/divorce , or childhood neglect or abuse can face long-term consequences, predisposed to developing mental health conditions like depression, anxiety , and post-traumatic stress disorder.